al-Qāḍī Abū Yaʿlā ʿAbd al-Bāqī ibn Abī al-Ḥuṣayn ʿAbd Allāh ibn al-Muḥsin al-Tanūkhī (al-mutawaffá: qarn 5 AH)

Ibn Cabd Allah Qadi Tanukhi was a distinguished jurist and literary figure. He is best known for his contributions to Arabic literature, particularly in the genre of adab, which blends prose, poetry, and anecdote to illuminate the human condition and social norms. His works, such as 'Nishwar al-Muhadara' and 'Al-Faraj ba'da al-Shidda', offer vivid snapshots of life, character, and morality in the Islamic world, drawing from a rich tapestry of historical events, personal experiences, and cultural...See more